The belly kissing, the massages, the human bridge he makes for them so they can get back into their apartment, the well thought out diet..i love all of that lovely love

Rats are a totally under appreciated animal. They are smart, clean, and adorable.

In 2015 I was alone and depressed as heck. Wanted to self delete. Gained so much weight. I got two Rats and their love and companionship absolutely helped me so much. Miss Raz and Turbo ❤

I used to be a rat mom. They truly are one of the best furry friends you could ever have. They're very affectionate, highly intelligent, and amusing to watch and play with! Only downside is their short life span.

I'm not much of a rat-person and I prefer cats or dogs as fur babies, but this man's relationship with his rats is freaking adorable.

They will steal your heart. I wouldn’t trade my 3 years for anything but the loss when it arrives is profound.

My heart just cries thinking of how they're treated in testing labs. They all have so much personality.

If all of us understand the importance of every animal life like this young man, the world definitely would be a better place.

They are too sweet! That one that put its little paw on its hand while he was holding it was too cute! Also didn't know rats wagged their tails when they're happy, so I learned something too! Great video!

Some of the HAPPIEST moments of my life have been with my pet rats. So hard to lose them after so short of time.......Heartbreaking!!!

I will never forget going to a pet store as a child with my grandmother, I was around 6/7 yrs old and they had what looked like large fish tanks without the lids on top that contained the same type of rats featured in this story. I was at eye level to one of those tanks and I noticed that every time someone would enter the store the rats would get so excited! My grandma told me that they were domesticated rats, they’ve probably lived in the pet store for awhile and just wanted to go home with someone and be loved and cared for. I thought to myself.. rats? Really? I guess even as a child I didn’t really view them as pet material. This is when my grandma told me that every living creature in that shop desired love and attention. I’m in my 50’s today but for some reason I remember that conversation vividly, it gave me a different perspective on smaller animals such as rats, hamsters or even spiders for that matter. They all have the ability to sense what love is which is pretty darned cool. 😊

Rats are the best companions. We miss our babies so much.

I loved my girls, but they just don't live long enough. My girls lived about 2 years, had vet visits, and were healthy. All four of my girls got cancer. It devastated my wife and I losing them. They were very well trained and behaved. Came when called, could do spin tricks, sat on our shoulders, and would comfort us on hard days.

Ahhhhhhh We rescued a gerbil that someone left at a gas station near Austin, TX in a tiny cage with no water.... We love this gerbil so much and she is very happy that we rescued her... the tiny creatures matter too. xoxoox

Rats are very loyal to their human. Mine were like toddlers who don’t want to be separated from their mum. If anyone except me tried to handle them, they were obviously unhappy and tried to get back to me. I never expected that when I got them. Really wonderful little creatures. If only they didn’t have such short lifespans. 😢

Rats are extremely smart for a rodent. Our rats knew there names and even could do a few little tricks. My daughter would take hers everywhere. To the store to the park what ever. She could sit her down on the ground and she would follow my daughter everywhere she went. So sweet. I want another watching this lol

We have 5 and we love them!!!!

We purchased 2 rats for our pre- schooler as a 1st pet... they were wonderful! Easy to care for, they tolerated being handled without ever biting- and they were very clean:) ours lived about 5 years before they got cancer:/ Thankyou for the video- they look happy and healthy!

Ratties make the BEST little pet buddies! I miss mine so much...

Aww this is beyond precious! Rats get such a bad rap. I had one that was orig bought as food for my boyfriend's 8ft Boa snake. When I found this out I immediately ran to the enclosure with Barbie (yes he named his snake Barbie) & thank goodness she hadn't eaten him! Come to find out she was beginning to molt so she was not in a eating mood. Whew! I took my sweet new pet rat, whom I later named Stevie, home with me. He was so loving & sweet. Built him his own little Taj Mahal in my guest bedroom. Stevie lived only 2.5 years. I buried him at home. Miss you sweet little Stevie. 🥰🐁

Rats come with one really big drawback that always keeps me from getting my son any. I wish they had longer lifespans, they are such loveable and adorable creatures, but that heartache... Nope. I can't.

Lovely clip! I've had 2 male rats myself and the smallest one always use to stick his whole little head inside my mouth, to check for leftovers after i had my dinner 😁 He used to place his hand on my bottom lip to make me open my mouth and began the inspection! The first time i was a little hesitant and amazed at the level of trust. Loved that evening ritual 😆

I had a pet rat that I got when he was a itty-bitty baby and he grew to be very large. He was highly intelligent and learned many tricks. I used to carry him on my shoulder everywhere. When he passed I was heartbroken. I was in middle school. I’ve never gotten over it. 💔🐀💞

Awwwww!! My fatty rattys passed this past Christmas. My daughter and I were devastated. They aren't dirty, they are actually quite clean animals. When I got my 2 boys, they both had myco. (Sorry if I mispronounced it or wrote that wrong but it's a type of respiratory infection that's often deadly If not treated properly.) I had a nebulizer and the albuterol solution so I fashioned up a box and gave them 2 treatments a day. It worked and I had 2 1/2 wonderful years with my boys. RIP Goose and Duece.

They are so underrated as pets. I have had several and was amazed... great vid

I am a BIG FAN of RATS! Rats are the cutest little animals! The eyes, they steal your heart, the tail, it is looking like a squirrel's tail, but without fur. The face, it steals your love.

Every rat I've had are the sweetest and most intelligent pets. Very loving and social.

My sister's rat was more affectionate and loving than my dog and cats put together. But seeing Sis heartbroken after only getting two and a half years with her is more than I could handle. Much respect to those who can! My 18 year old cat is fixing to pass, and I still feel it wasn't enough time together. 😢

Yes, I had pet rats when I was much younger, they’re very sweet and extremely intelligent! What a WONDERFUL and loving rat dad! Best father and caregiver ever! You are so blessed to have one another!

Life is better with animals. I could not live without them in my household. They are my children.

To this day I still have no idea why when people see mice or rats they go "ewww gross!" . They are so highly intelligent! Especially rats, they are smart puzzle solvers, cuddly, affectionate and adorable. They are also very clean creatures, I've always loved rats and mice.

Respect for this man! Changing taboos and showing people how rats are lovely

Now that is the kind of son I would love to have. Kind compassionate and loving 🐁🐁🐁🐁🐁🐁

They're so cute with beady little eyes and hands, like hamsters

rats are so underrated. they dont get enough appreciation. i love these little pocket puppies, always will

My wife has been working with lab rats for 17 years, they call her the rat whisperer at work. She's conducted experiments on them for various reasons, but has been using rat models for opiate addiction treatments and understanding for the past 7 years. The rats she works with are specially breed transgenic rat and she tells me how social they are and how they have different personalities. They crave affection and love being held and most Scientists that work with rats, don't do this unfortunately, but she loves her rats and teaches the younger Staff Scientists to treat rats with affection and care.

I was a rat mom to a mischief of 11 at one time. Absolutely adore rats and will have them again soon. We let them eat right off our plates, snuggled with them on the couch and let them free roam for long periods of time. My son always had one in his hoodie just chillin’ riding around the condo.

I love the term 'pocket puppies'😄👌🏽 Good on him for giving them such a healthy loving home🥰💙💚

Rats are actually very clean, intelligent and so expressive with their love for their masters and each other.

Rats are indeed wonderful pets, critters. Great vid. I also had pet rats and had great fun together.

They're so cute. Always wanted one, but their lifespan is what keeps me from going any further than want. I'd be so heartbroken only having 2-3 years with one.

They're beautiful! Thank you for advocating for the species.

I had two little fellas, Richter and Twitch. They would stop for nothing, and owned everything they could see. They're a few years gone now, but my memories of those clever little psychos are some of my most cherished.

Очень славные зверушки! Всегда ласковые, к людям очень позитивно настроены. Как домашние питомцы - очень приятны. Обожаю!

Rats are the best pets! I had dozens growing up. They all had their own personalities of course. They look like tiny puppies when they're babies too. They're so adorable, affectionate, clean and trainable! I only wish they lived longer and weren't so misunderstood.

I had a pet rat in college. She was a beautiful beige-hooded rat and so gentle and loving. Kudos for showing this!

Those are the happiest rats I've ever seen, I love it. Good on you Rat Dad

They're all so cute - little furry dumplings of love and cuddles - what a lovely fellow!

I remember the first time I got a rat, I woke up to seven of them, lol - I had no idea she was pregnant. So adorable and affectionate, each with their own distinct personality, and you bond with them really fast. Heartbreaking when they die ☹😢😢

Rats are so sweet. I wish they had a longer lifespan.

Love this!!! I've been a rat momma for nearly 15 years. I have loved dearly every little girl we've had! Keep the rat stories coming @GeoBeats Animals. Changing people's perceptions one ratty story at a time! ❤🐀❤

I love love love ratties!! Bless you for feeling the same. Amazing creatures.

“Pocket puppies” 🥺 thats literally perfect

So sweet😍 A friend of mine had a pet rat, she let him run around regularly. He found me right away, ran up my arm and sat in my neck under my hair, nice and warm💕

Rats are amazing, so smart and funny and affectionate. They make wonderful pets!

So CUTE! The rats are adorable too.

I rescued at least 2 dozen rats and kept them all over the years. The hardest part is having to say goodbye after such a short life, especially if you are holding them as they expire. Rodents have always been feared and totally underestimated. They have a HUGE capacity for love, and can be trained to do complex tasks. When they boggle, you melt. Their little rat feet with pink pads are almost the cutest, but that honor goes to river otter hands. Thanks and keep it up! :)

Could all of us be a little more like this guy? It would really help improving things.

I've loved all of my rats SO much... it's an absolute blessing to have them as companions! I'm on a break right now, as it's incredibly hard to lose them. One day I'll love some ratties again!

Gosh, those rats are adorable! I currently have 2 boys, will be getting more this year. Rats are the best! ❤ Shame to see ignorant comments from people who don't know anything about pet rats though.

I had a pet rat when I was a kid too, Rosie. To this day one of the best pets I’ve ever had :)

I had rats when I was in middle school--spock and data. They were brothers and I got them from a breeder as babies. They lived about three years, but they had some pretty chronic respiratory issues for a good portion of their lives. They were extremely friendly little guys. Only downside to rats is how short their lifespans are imo

The rat bridge is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen 😭🙏

OMG, same way I feel about my rats. Over a decade now of falling in love then being heartbroken. Yet somehow they remain my pet of choice. Thank you for sharing this, it really brightened my morning to see another rat owner who is knowledgeable about them, pays them attention instead of thinking of them as cage animals and someone who is giving six ratties a very lucky, happy life that sadly not enough rats get to experience. I just lost my last female right before Xmas a few months back & her brother, her partner & bff April of that year. This last batch has hit me intensely & I'm still trying to recover. They were free roaming with a few home base cages around the place (entire place rat-proofed for their safety of course). Such personalities & energy & love & excitement, bonding,... When her brother passed she wheeked in sadness for an entire day and night non stop. She would not eat that he loved & they would try & steal from each other, & she began snuggling with us during the nightime, just laying on our feet, curling up to your legs, back, neck, etc. I am so devastated. They are the closest thing to children I have/will ever have as I cannot bear children & I've never desired chdren so no adoption either. When I don't understand something I am seeing between parents & chronic, I just imagine if those circumstances were occurring between my pets & I, & then I can finally feel & understand the reactions. (Growing up with animals as my companions & safe place.) So for me it's difficult to imagine real children being ny children, but my pets are like how parents treat their chdren, and if it was bizarro world & I had kids, I would likely feel about them the way s I me ppl feel about their pets--the pet owners who care about their pets buy would not go into debt to cover medical expenses for them. But speaking of medical expenses, I have best wishes for you when six rats all get to that stage where medical attention begins or becomes more frequent & urgent. The downside with rats is that the majority of the medical expenses all hit one after another with little time in between to recover before another $300, two weeks later $450 or some overnight hospital stays with a fee per hour slamming you with almost two grand and you know in days weeks or even just a couple months the bills will pile up. Then multiply that by 6 that by 6 with them all requiring Che kips/treatment around the same time. I did that once before when I naively did not expect health bills to all come at once I stead of spread out like some other pets. Twos or fours only now. Ha ha. I hope everything goes as well and smoothly as possible for you and your rattie bear children. They look so happy and healthy and well taken care of. Facking adorable too. I am seriously so happy for you and your guys. Such an amazing experience and love shared that you all get to have in life. : ) Posting your Lil guys has allowed me to experience a touching morning & you are owed a huge "Thank You!" for spreading good vibes, smiles, elated moods and education available for to everyone. I really appreciate that for me but also for the others who view you clip and experience something positive from it, be it emotionally, educationally, etc. Thanks again. : ) Oh, PS, I didn't proofread but awake far too long and now my keypad is blurry and I haven't removed my contacts yet haha. So apologies for any errors, lack of clarity, cohesion or just rambles. But my needs to apogee for any if the times where it has completely reworded my sentanve(s) completely changing the meaning or to having no meaning. K, thanks, by! : )

My sis and I have kept many rats. They're sociable, affectionate, intelligent and very trainable. We call them "pocket dogs". They can do everything a dog can do.

Don’t know what’s sweeter. This guy, or the rats. Genuinely now interested in getting some as pets. They’re adorable. ❤️❤️🥰❤️❤️

They are so ADORABLE!

More people like him are needed in this harsh world 😍 He's absolutely spot on, the way he describes his rats like a mix of cat & dog, I bet...and I haven't had the privilege of knowing a rat but I can see from the video & just imagine 🥰

My Lucy and Ethel lived 2010-2014 and I’d like to think I gave them an amazing life, they even went outside with me every day it wasn’t raining or snowing, course we’d go in after any sight of hawks or eagles lol. Ethel got cancer at age 3 and a half and died shortly after. Gave Lucy to a friend who had 3 one year old rats and surprisingly they got along well and she was able to live her last year with new friends and not alone. Lucy was without Ethel 5 days before that and it was heart breaking. She didn’t even want to eat her favourite foods. Rats are amazing creatures and although it hurts seeing them pass after 3-5 years they will give you the most love and affection than any other animal.

Rats are wonderful pets, I had some too🐾♥️

They look so cute and cuddley. And they look very happy. You have a big heart. 🥰🥰🥰

This is adorable. I’ve always liked rats and now I do even more

I would have a rat one but as an adult where time moves so much faster I just could not bear to lose my little buddies in ony 2-3 years.

They are so cute. I had a white rat once. She rode in the car with me and drank cooldrink from a straw. In the evenings she slept on my knee while I watched tv and after a while she ran down the corridor where she slept in my drawer. My brother had one when he was still in school. He carried it around in his blazer pocket. It was very quite and well behaved.

I’ve been following you on TicToc. I love your rats and how much you love them and take such great care of them. They are indeed clean, intelligent, loving and fun creatures.

Absolutely wonderful man.

You make them so cute and lovable. Trying to warm up to rats as pets. Thank you for sharing them with us🐀😍

This man is Bruno without the powers XD

They are so precious and youre love for them is also very cute to see. I am a rat mom for 37 years now. And loving ever moment of it !

Lovely man… Sweet animals… It’s adorable to see so much love!♥️🇮🇹🇬🇧

I had 4 rats in the past I love them so much, they were great companions. They all died so quickly. They were like my kids but I will never get another rat, it's too painful loosing them

That small tongue giving kisses!! So adorable

man, his rats are amazing, i had no clue they are such great pets

Beautiful sweet tiny ones. Rats are so underrated but they are so loving, affectionate, cheeky and deserving of safety, love and respect. It's such a shame they have short life spans. But they make the best of it. They don't waste a moment. They keep on loving and being awesome.

I got 5 sweet boys, they are absolutely amazing! My oldest Doppio had HLD and can't climb anymore so he has a large all floor setup with soft fleece and lots of blankets. He is two and a half and still going strong, just the sweetest little old man. My other 4 are also very affectionate and you'll regularly find them chilling on my shoulder

Man I love this. Never seen affectionate rats...the licking him is cute. Ur a GREAT DAD TO UR KIDDOS.

They are beautiful and so are you. They have the greatest faces, all those whiskers . Love them.

Absolutely amazing! super sweet 👏👏👏Thank you so much for sharing!

I had 2 Rats, 1 in 2009 and one in 2011. They both lived for 2 years. I still miss them. So little life and so much of sadness after they depart.

My friend and her brothers had rats as pets. But they grew to be big like a small chihuahua. They loved their rats and compared them to being like dogs. She said they were very loving, playful and loyal.

They are so cute and smart. How can anyone not see their beauty. God bless this guy! Btw- cats are lovable too, not just a dog trait!

Rats are AMAZING pets.

I also have a soft spot for rats. I have had many over my lifetime. They are awesome pets.

My heart! So precious animals, and so misunderstood!

This really made me miss my sweet rat, Henry. He was the best companion I ever had as a child. Curious like a cat, affectionate like a dog, and always wanting to learn/try new things. The short lifespan is pretty heartbreaking though.

Absolutely gorgeous! Sadly rats don’t live long enough and break my heart when they leave this world. I love them ❤

Makes me miss my rats. I've had so many in my life. They are so fun and loving

Thanks for loving and protecting them, you're a precious heart and also a handsome man. Thanks for uploading this heartmelting and inspirational real-life story!

Thank u for being such a beautiful human. ❤

They are so cut, sweet, sozial and intelligent 🐀🐀🐀🥰💞💕